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A new component is quickly emerging as a must-have addition for blenders — the travel jar. Travel jars offer the convenience of blending and enjoying your favorite drinks on the go. With their compact size and secure lids, these portable containers make it easier than ever to maintain a healthy lifestyle while keeping up with your busy schedule.
April 01, 2024
Bestcovery has tested several blenders over the past few weeks to help you find the best one for your home. If you still don't know which one to get, we’ve got another comparison for you! Below is my honest review and comparison of the Blendtec GO Travel Bottle and Base and the Beastmode blender by Beast. Whether you’re looking for convenience, versatility, or durability, we’ll break down the features of both options to help you make the right choice.
March 22, 2024
When it comes to finding the right blender for your needs, there are many options to choose from. From small compact blenders to high-powered, professional-grade models, every blender has its own features and capabilities. To help you find the perfect blender, Bestcovery put popular ones to the test! Below is my honest review of the Beast Blender, including what I liked, what could be improved, and whether or not I’d recommend it.
March 12, 2024
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  • Are you on the hunt for a new blender but having a hard time making a decision? Feeling overwhelmed with choices? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Vitamix and Blendtec stand as major contenders in the blender market, so Bestcovery put them to the test. Check out my honest review and comparison below to determine which one truly reigns supreme in this ultimate blender showdown.
    February 23, 2024
  • In today's fast-paced world full of busy schedules, even essential tasks like oral hygiene can sometimes get rushed or overlooked. The Y-Brush Electric Toothbrush offers a promising solution to this common problem. Unlike traditional toothbrushes that recommend a full two-minute brushing session, the Y-Brush only takes 20 seconds to do the job.
    December 01, 2023
  • There's nothing quite like the feeling of a new pair of leggings, especially when you find one that fits just right. Athleta and Lululemon, two major companies in the athletic apparel industry, claim to have the best leggings. They're both popular brands with thousands of good reviews, but which one is better? We decided to settle the debate ourselves! We tested a pair of leggings from both brands to help you decide which one is worth investing in.
    October 13, 2023
  • The world of adhesive is vast and sprawling, but the king of the hill has to be epoxy. There is a special kind of epoxy for every application from simple, wooden joinery to plugging leaks in boat hulls. Choose the right one and the end result will be a joint or repair that is both strong and astoundingly long lived.We've narrowed down our selections to the most commonly-encountered types of epoxy, though this is not meant to be an exhaustive list of every type of epoxy that exists. Our recommendations take into consideration the overall effectiveness of each best epoxy in 2022, value for money, availability both off- and online, user reviews, and personal experiences with each.The following categories are represented below:Best All-Purpose EpoxyBest Wood EpoxyBest Metal EpoxyBest Plastic EpoxyBest Putty EpoxyBest Waterproof EpoxyWhere applicable, we've included multiple recommendations for your convenience. All of the epoxies selected here are great products, so it ultimately comes down to personal preference.
    February 03, 2016
Home
  • Welders aren’t exactly the most common tool you’ll find in a home workshop; then again, I have one in my workshop and it’s gotten plenty of use. Once I actually broke down and bought one, I found a huge number of projects I could use it on from making brackets for my video studio lights to building cargo trailers.If you’re looking at buying a welder, you’ve probably at least thought about buying a MIG. Compared to “stick” welders, these models are definitely the way to go. Read on for details about the best MIG welders on the market in 2022.
    January 21, 2015
  • Carbon Monoxide is a deadly gas which is colorless and odorless. In most fatal home fires, it’s carbon monoxide which kills victims long before they succumb to smoke inhalation or are burned by the fire. Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu, making it difficult to detect by symptoms alone. These symptoms can include a dull headache, weakness, dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath, confusion, blurred vision and chest pain. Since most people are more familiar with the flu than with CO2 poisoning, they assume their symptoms are flu-related, prolonging their exposure to the gas making them sick; this can be a fatal error. Unlike smoke, which is fatal if the concentration in the air is high enough, carbon monoxide usually builds up in the system over time. One can get carbon monoxide poisoning from either a low concentration of carbon monoxide over a long period of time or a high concentration over a short period of time. Therefore, carbon monoxide detectors need to determine the average level of carbon monoxide in the environment over time, determining if it is high enough to cause problems. Smoke detectors don't detect carbon monoxide. If you have a smokeless fire going or a contained fire, it’s possible for carbon monoxide levels to reach fatal levels without a smoke detector going off. This could also occur with vehicle exhaust, a leaky furnace or an improperly vented hot water heater for example. Ideally, you should have both carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors in your home. A minimum of one per floor is recommended, with additional detectors installed in bedrooms. Although this make for a lot of detectors, it provides the best protection for your family. Having a detector go off in the basement, when everyone is asleep on the second floor of the house doesn't help anyone. Carbon monoxide detectors can run off of your house current, battery or a combination of the two. In the cases where a detector uses both, the battery serves as a power backup for the AC house current. That way, you’re always guaranteed a working detector, even in a power outage nor worry about the battery dying at the wrong time. The best carbon monoxide detectors are now using Lithium-Ion batteries for prolonged battery life and they’ll also have a test button-like a smoke detector. Some models are now made so several units can be interconnected with one another; if one alarm goes off, it will alert and activate the others in your home. Check out our top picks for best carbon monoxide detectors in 2022 .
    January 08, 2015
  • Ice scrapers - also known as ice choppers or ice breakers - are made to break through standing ice on sidewalks, driveways, porches, or patios. They can be used by using brute force to ram the blade downwards onto the ice, shattering it and making it easy to shovel away. In scraper mode they can scrape under the ice edge which breaks up sheets of ice into removable pieces. Whether you need a chopper, a scraper, or a combination of the two, you'll have to decide what blade type suits your needs bestThe best ice scrapers in 2022 on this list were chosen in part for their ergonomic or shock-reducing handles, coupled with a tough and heavy steel blade for chopping or scraping. Blade width was also considered since wider blades distribute more of the force over a greater area while smaller width blades concentrate the force of the blow more. Plus, there will also be a best bang for the buck scraper/chopper featured.
    January 07, 2015
  • A snow thrower can best be described as an electric snow shovel and plug into any standard electrical outlet. They have a maximum of 100 feet of extension cord, recommended for all corded models, and work best when throwing snow off of porches, patios, or stairs. Although technically many are powerful enough to take on larger jobs, their small snow intake size would mean spending double or triple the time outside snow blowing than using an actual snowblower for the same task. Their strength lies in the fact that they are lightweight and easy to maneuver, making them able to throw snow out of the way where heavier, more cumbersome snow blowers could never go.The main selection criteria used when considering picks for inclusion on this list was their ease of use, their weight, having an ergonomic handle, as well as any additional features making them simple to use with less hassle. Price also played a significant role, because, for the most part, they’re only going to be used for small blowing tasks; they don't need add-ons or special features that would jack up the price.
    January 02, 2015
  • Cordless tools are rapidly overtaking their corded cousins in the construction trades, as well as for the average homeowner and do-it-yourselfer. The convenience of cordless tools more than makes up for their increased price in many people's eyes, helping them to justify the expense. When you have to do a quick project, cordless tools make it much easier to accomplish. These cordless combo tool kits combine several tools from the same manufacturer, all of which operate off the same power system. Typically, the kits come with two batteries and a charger, making it possible to work more or less continually, depending upon the recharge speed of the batteries. Since these tools all use Lithium-Ion batteries, it’s possible to pull a partially recharged battery from the charger and use it without any risk of damage.There are a couple of advantages of buying these types of kits rather than buying individual tools. First of all, the kits provide several tools for a lower price than if you were to buy them individually which ultimately saves you money. A second savings comes from the fact you’re buying all of your tools for the same battery system. That reduces cost on batteries and chargers, especially when you start comparing it to having a mishmash of tools from different manufacturers. All of the kits have at least one drill and at least two saws. The saws are circular and reciprocating. While that doesn't give you the capability of cutting curves like you can with a scroll saw, it will handle most construction related tasks. Some of the larger kits add a scroll saw, as well as other tools. It's real easy to get carried away when you start looking at kits like this and decide you need everything. But before buying, take the time to think about the projects you do and the types of tools needed for them. On the flip side, some of the additions to the kit may be what you end up using the most. Many cordless tool manufacturers are now building smaller sized impact drivers, which are great for driving screws into a deck or other tasks where a normal drill/driver doesn't have enough torque. You'll also find work lights in these kits which there are never enough of in anyone's tool kit. Another thing to consider when choosing a kit is any cordless tools you currently own. If you already have some tools from a manufacturer, the addition of more from the same manufacturer could put you in a position of having more chargers and batteries available for your tool collection. Unless there’s a real reason to buy another brand, it’s worth purchasing consistently. All of the kits come with soft-sided cases for storing and carrying your tools. This is convenient if you’re limited in workshop space, or just for carrying the tools to the area where you are working on the project. These heavy-duty canvas cases are rugged and can handle the weight of multiple tools, without tearing.Finally, some of the manufacturers offer more than one combo kit. In those cases, I've listed their best cordless tool combo kits in 2022 but you might want to check their websites to see if they have any smaller kits available.
    December 16, 2014
Health & Beauty
  • An eye brightener may sound like it could do the same job as your concealer, but those who suffer from dark under eye circles and redness know that even the best concealers can fall short of our expectations. Most concealers are matte and thick while eye brighteners work to catch the light, and use reflective particles to create a bright illuminated look. You can use this all over the entire eye to prep the canvas before applying shadow and line design. You can also layer these under concealers and foundations of any form to really take your look to a whole new incredible level so one will ever know you pulled an all-nighter at work in the hospital, hitting the books, or awake all night with a newborn.All of these best eye brighteners in 2022 have been chosen because they will transform the look of tired, red, stressed out and red eyes thanks to their light-weight consistency and therefore easy to blend. They've also been formulated with quality ingredients which are safe and gentle enough to be used around the eye which has the most delicate portions of skin on your body. Finally, all of the products will go above and beyond the call of duty because while they obviously brighten, these picks will also contain moisturizing ingredients  which sooth and heal your sore, tired eyes.
    September 15, 2015
  • If you suffer from razor burn, hate shaving since it feels completely inconvenient, or consider think waxing is just too messy and painful, then you're the perfect candidate for an at-home hair removal system. These products use light to break down and remove hair by weakening strands at the root so they fall out completely and never grow back again. Before you get too excited, make sure you understand that some products are going to be more intense than others. Be sure to use the product on the body parts the manufacturer recommends to prevent damage to specific skin areas. For example, if the product doesn't specify it's for delicate face skin then obviously don't use it on the face; additionally, be sure to pay close attention to each devices skin tone requirements as well. These home laser  hair removal tools were chosen for their safety factor since they're designed to avoid damaging or burning the skin. They were also chosen because they will deliver salon quality results as they're all equipped with the latest and most effective light pulse technology. Time and patience is required on your part to get the most out these tools but the great news is all of these best home laser hair removals in 2022 are completely pain-free and all have adjustable settings for specific types of hair removal.
    September 09, 2015
  • If you're tired of looking pale or simply want to hide some minor flaws, a bronzing spray may come in handy. Bronzing sprays are safe and inexpensive alternatives to tanning beds, and using these handy sprays is much smarter than potentially harmful sun tanning. Since tanning sprays are sometimes associated with horrid streaks and orange blotches, we’ve selected some of the best bronzing sprays which you can apply in confidence. The following best bronzing sprays in 2022 give your skin a natural-looking golden glow, consistent, provide even consistent coverage without streaking or blotching, as well each selection utilizing simple application methods with minimal mess.
    August 03, 2015
  • Every single person on the planet, including men, has skin. In the last year or so, there has been an explosion within the skin care industry. Corporate executives have discovered that Men's skin care is an undiscovered market. News Flash: Men do not want to wear their girlfriend's Lilly-of-The-Valley perfumed hand lotion! They do not want to be seen with anything feminine or girly. They want a product that is formulated for their specific needs. The following hand lotions are formulated especially for men. Although lotions are lighter than a cream, my selections worked just as well as many pricey body butters. They instantly penetrate the most damaged, calloused skin and get the job done. I based my criteria on absorbency, performance, and packaging. These best hand lotions in 2022 are sure to transform your man's lizard-like scales into soft, supple skin.
    July 30, 2015
  • Oily skin tends to become shiny, thus requiring a product to provide a matte finish. Mattifying shine control products are available in a variety of forms including serums, gels, and finishing powders. While each type provides different benefits, the overall goal of these products is to combat shine and mattify skin while reducing oiliness. All of the following mattifying shine control products are formulated to provide a lightweight matte effect on the skin while soaking up excess oil. These selections excel at keeping shine at bay throughout your day and they’re also suitable for use on all skin types. Check out our top picks for the best mattifying shine controls of 2022.
    July 07, 2015